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AX05 MFJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,641 mi
Last recorded140,641 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 MFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 140,641 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 136,931 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

covers & shields fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2017 129,890 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc inner shield insecure and rubbing on inner face of disc

Pass 22 Aug 2016 121,685 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 111,900 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 111,889 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 98,683 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 86,768 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 77,933 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 72,172 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 72,092 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 61,857 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 53,840 miles

osf tyre worn inner edge

Pass 28 Jun 2008 44,071 miles

child seat fitted to o/s/r seatbelt not checked

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AX05 MFJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX05 MFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AX05 MFJ registered?

AX05 MFJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is AX05 MFJ safe to buy?

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